The BMW M5 30 Jahre Edition

May 8, 2014: To celebrate 30 years of the BMW M5 – the founder member of the
high-performance business Saloon segment – BMW has created an
exclusive, special-edition of the current, fifth-generation model boasting
performance that sets it apart from its stablemates. The BMW M5 30 Jahre
Edition (30 years of the M5) will be produced in a limited run of just 300
vehicles worldwide. Only 30 cars will come to the UK.

Developing 600hp and peak torque of 700Nm, this special-ed ition
(combined fuel consumption 28.5mpg; CO2 emissions: 231g/km) is not only the
most powerful BMW M5 ever to emerge from series production under the
auspices of BMW M GmbH, but also the most powerful production car in the
history of the brand. The M5 30 Jahre Edition sprints from zero to 62mph in
a lightning fast 3.9 seconds. Its BMW Individual-inspired looks and dynamic
and comfort-enhancing equipment make this special edition M5 set to be a
highly desirable collector’s item.

Further increased performance.

Under the bonnet of the BMW M5 30 Jahre Edition is a 4.4-litre V8 engine
with M TwinPower Turbo technology and an output of 600hp, 40hp more than
the standard model. This power boost has been achieved through carefully
calculated tweaks to the engine management and an increase in charge
pressure.

The foundation for these upgrades was provided by the Competition
package – itself a car that already came with a power upgrade.
Conceived to appreciably enrich the handling characteristics of the BMW M5,
it can be ordered as an option for the regular model and is part of the
special edition’s standard specification. The Competition package
comprises modifications including a revised chassis set-up with firmer
spring/damper tuning and a 10mm drop in ride height. Added to which, the
Active M Differential on the final drive gains its own control unit to
further improve traction. Elsewhere, the steering with M-specific
Servotronic function has more direct mapping and the M Dynamic Mode of the
DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system is focused even more keenly on
delivering sporty handling.

Exclusive design exudes dynamic performance.

In keeping with the anniversary celebrations which have inspired its
creation, the special-edition model has been given the BMW Individual
treatment. As a result, it cuts a more dynamic, head-turning figure than
its standard siblings. The striking BMW Individual Frozen Dark Silver
metallic paint accentuates the elegantly muscular forms of the BMW M5. The
kidney grille surround, gills with ‘30 Jahre M5’ badge on the
front wing, door handle inserts and twin exhaust tailpipes all come in
black chrome. The same is true of the 20-inch bi-colour M light-alloy
wheels.

The interior of the BMW M5 30 Jahre Edition includes exclusive touches
to highlight the anniversary. The driver and front passenger will be
greeted by ‘30 Jahre M5’ lettering on the front door sill
finishers, while a plaque bearing ‘30 Jahre M5’ and
‘1/300’ inscription is integrated into the Dark Aluminium Trace
interior trim. The ‘30 Jahre M5’ logo is also embroidered into
the backrests of all four of the high-performance Saloon’s seats.

Both the driver and front passenger in the M5 30 Jahre Editon can settle
into M Sport multifunction seats upholstered in Individual Black Alcantara
and Full Merino leather. Alcantara Anthracite trims the centre console and
door panels as well as the M Sport multifunction steering wheel. A
harman/kardon surround-sound system with a total of 16 speakers is also
included as standard and a 1,200-watt Bang & Olufsen Advanced audio system
is available as an option. In addition to the exclusive content this car it
also features as standard such equipment as Adaptive LED Headlights,
Comfort Access with smart opener, Driving Assistant, lumbar support and
split folding rear seats with additional 12 volt power sockets.

The M5 30 Jahre Edition represents a new high point in 30 years of
success that began at BMW Motorsport GmbH in Munich in 1984, and continues
to raise the pulses of car fans around the world today. It is on sale now
and costs £91,890 OTR.